Raised in the small town of Wilkeson, Washington, Devin Plumley is a first-generation Sheet Metal Foreman at Hermanson Company. 

Devin’s family includes his wife, Mercedes, and their two sons, Leo (11) and Jet (9), along with their two dogs, Delta (Standard Poodle) and Sig (Doberman Pinscher). They share a passion for outdoor activities such as off-roading in their Jeep and dirt bikes, as well as target shooting, golfing, and bike riding. Devin also practices Jiu-Jitsu and currently holds a blue belt.

Devin’s journey into the industry began with a childhood friend who sparked his interest in the field. Years later, he started at Hermanson as a material handler for our Fabrication General Superintendent, Tom Nolan. 

When asked about his favorite projects, Devin replies that he likes fast-paced projects. He particularly enjoys seeing how good pre-planning, coordination, and teamwork lead to impressive results.

“I enjoy seeing what people are capable of when everything comes together,” Devin says.

During his time at Hermanson, Devin has contributed to a range of projects, from smaller downtown jobs to larger projects like the Boeing Dinol Booths, Harrison Hospital, and the Climate Pledge Arena. Among these, Climate Pledge Arena stands out as a favorite for Devin. 

“I was fortunate enough to help with the Helicopter picks. We replaced the four large fans on the top of the arena,” he says.

Recently, Devin and his team have been working on the Dieringer School District project. He has been specifically focused on the HVAC upgrade for Lake Tapps Elementary School.

When asked for advice for apprentices, Devin emphasizes the importance of hard work and safety.

“Work hard, work safe. Pay attention and listen. It’s crazy how many ‘tricks of the trade' you learn to make your life easier.”

At Hermanson, we recognize and celebrate Devin, a Foreman whose dedication, expertise and passion help achieve excellence in every project he works on.